beef bourguignon recipe

Beef Bourguignon Recipe **Ingredients:** - 6 slices bacon, chopped - 3 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes - Salt and pepper to taste - 1 large onion, chopped - 2 carrots, sliced - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 2 tablespoons flour - 3 cups red wine (Burgundy is traditional) - 2-3 cups beef broth - 1 tablespoon tomato paste - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme) - 1 bay leaf - 1 pound pearl onions, peeled - 1 pound mushrooms, quartered